Customer Ratings & Reviews

Battery life is seriously long! Very easy set up, I use on PC and PS5. App lets you control EQ and save presets. Very lightweight and comfortable with glasses, perfect for long sessions! I like the retractable mic for a sleek look. Wireless range is not very far, don't expect to get great signal if you walk to another room.

The SteelSeries delivers clear, well-balanced audio with surprisingly strong bass. The microphone is crisp for calls or gaming, and the lightweight design makes it comfortable for long use. Build quality feels sturdy, though the ear cushions may get warm over time. Overall, it’s a reliable, great-value headset for both everyday use and gaming.

So I really like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Headset. I have a big head and they are pretty comfortable. Here are some of my thoughts about it. Pros: Comfort: The lightweight design and breathable ear cushions are great for long gaming sessions without discomfort. Ease of Use: Simple setup and user-friendly controls make it accessible for non-tech-savvy users. Microphone Quality: The ClearCast microphone provides clear communication, reducing background noise effectively. Wireless Performance: The 2.4GHz wireless connection is reliable and lag-free. Software Integration: The SteelSeries Engine software allows for extensive customization of audio settings. A few cons: Battery Life: While 20 hours is decent, it may not be enough for marathon gaming sessions. Customization: The software could be more intuitive and offer deeper customization options. Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Gaming Headset is a versatile and high-quality product that caters to various user needs. With a few improvements and additional features, it could become an even more compelling choice across different user categories.

I've had the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 headset for about a month and a half now and it is the best headset I've ever owned, although I have a few complaints. Starting off with the comfort, I can wear this thing for hours and sometimes I'll forget I'm even wearing it. They're very well built and the design is very low-key and sleek. The sound quality is amazing and I can hear everything in game, but one major problem is that I can hear everything that I'm doing in real life too. The wheel on the back left side of the headset controls the volume, and if you put it too high you can hear quite literally EVERYTHING, whether it's clicking keys or background noise. It's not like you can only hear this stuff through the headphones, but it is amplified and you can almost hear it twice. Other than that, the mic quality is great but if you don't want to hear yourself talking then you have to keep the volume at about 75%, forcing you to turn the volume all the way up on your computer. With that, there is virtually no noise cancellation but when you're listening to music or playing a game you really won't notice any background noise. The software is also really annoying because when I want to connect the headphones via Bluetooth there are a million options (chat, microphone, media, aux, gaming) for the output sound, but when using the dongle there is a specific one which is better. Speaking of the dongle, there should really be a disclaimer that it is 3 ports wide and takes up so much space. I had to get a usb-c to usb-a adapter because my usb-c port is close to other ports that I need to plug other things into. Finally, the battery life is pretty good and it charges quickly. Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 is a great choice for a gaming headset with great sound and microphone quality, but maybe wait for it to go on sale to buy it as $130 feels a little expensive (I got mine for $90 on sale) and unless you don't have port space for a monster of a dongle, definitely look into picking these up.

I can see how this headset can be comfortable for some people. However, if you aren't used to an elastic headband, it will take a couple of days to get used to it and might feel like it's digging into your head. If you have big ears, I don't recommend them; earcups are somewhat small. Soundwise, they sound great, and the online app is simple to navigate. You can customize the audio depending on the game or music you are listening to. They are light and the earcups are breathable, providing great comfort. I recommend it, especially if you can get it on sale which most times it is.

Love these!! Comfy and great sound quality! Great battery as well. First time trying a wireless headset for pc gaming and will never go back to anything else!

I bought these headohones a few weeks ago because my old arctis 5s finally stopped working after years of use. These headphones are a stepup from those the audio quality is better the microphone is better and the wearbility is better. For $120 and even the original $150 they are a great price. The 2.4ghz connectivity is amazing and its range is impressive and the seamless swap to bluetooth when pressing the button is very nice.

These headphones are comfortable, have a great noise level, and let me speak clearly through the mic. Best pair of headphones I've purchased.

There good quality good sound system and clear to speak and recommend for other people to buy them i had tried other brands in very well. This brand is very a high quality Way to go sound, I truly truly recommend other people to buy them but make sure you buy them at best. Buy best customer service ever every time I go. I'm very satisfied.

Great bluetooth headset. I have worn it for multiple long gaming sessions and have never had pain from having it sit on my head. Sound quality is good and lasts a long time on a full charge.

Very comfortable, sound is good for the price. I like they are not noise canceling so I can hear my surroundings. I think it would be 4 stars if I had paid full price but I got it on sale and feel that was a better price point for this headset.

Headphones are very easy to connect to pc with the dongle. Ear muffs are nice but a little small for my preference, but I just switched them out for my old ear muffs. Mic sounds good as well in voice chat.

They are the best headphones I’ve bought in a long time, they are really good in battery, sound amazing!! Recommended 100% the white color really gives it more live to my game room and they feel really comfortable and don’t bother with the time having them on for a while

Bought these for my son. Very comfortable to wear, great ear cushioning. Sound quality is wonderful. Crisp and clear. While i have not used them as much as him,... but he has zero complaints about them. It was a terrific birthday gift for him

Easy to use, really great sound, long battery, comfortable 9.5/10

Excellent headset for everyday use. I play on PC and the seamless connection and ease of use is spectacular. The steelseries software is also quick easy to work with. Overall i love the weight and feel and the battery last a long while too.

Great range, good quality, very good battery life. Perfect bluetooth option w/o spending hundreds and hundreds

Wonderful headset. I recently replaced my Sony Pulse 3D headset with these. I kept having nothing but issues with the Sony headset. So far so good. Sound is crisp and they are comfortable for extended periods of gaming.

The Arctis Nova 5's are an AMAZING headset. Plenty of battery life, comfortable, breathable, and exceptional mic quality.

The headset fits perfectly and has the adjustable suspension band which is comfortable. The fabric for the ear piece is also comfortable and doesnt stick to your skin like leather does. The sound quality is also really good. I use IEMs mostly but these are good for the price. I believe most esports pros use these headsets too. It also has software that has a lot of options if you want more in depth customization.